Communication Outreach and Data Specialist

The Data Manager & Communications Specialist reports to the REACH Program Supervisor and works closely with community partners, the Evaluation Specialist, CDC evaluator, and program leadership to manage program data, support evaluation, and oversee technology and communications.

This position is in person and located in Omaha, NE.  

The Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program is a community-academic partnership dedicated to reducing chronic disease disparities among African American/Black and Hispanic/Latino communities through culturally responsive, evidence-based strategies.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, manage, and maintain program data from community partners and program activities.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and accuracy through data verification and reporting.
• Responsible for creating and updating databases, longitudinal datasets, and documentation.
• Analyze data using statistical software (e.g., SPSS) to support program evaluation and decision-making.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for program leadership, the CDC, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Evaluation Specialist on data collection tools, evaluation instruments, and grant reporting.
• Design and develop standardized and ad hoc reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
• Serve as a data management resource for program staff and partners.
• Manage REACH technology and communications, including website maintenance, web-based surveys, newsletters, brochures, presentations, signage, and other communication materials.
• Travel to partner communities for data collection and program support.

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Two+ years of experience with database management, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and similar as well as reporting tools.
• Experience with web-based surveys.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Understand both North and South Omaha communities is strongly preferred. 

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to interpret and analyze data and produce clear, actionable reports.
• Knowledge of database management, data collection methodologies, and statistical analysis.
• Experience creating presentations and communication materials.
• Willingness to travel locally and work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

About the company

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.